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Ecuador: Market for Frozen Scallops, Including Queen Scallop 2025

Market Size for Frozen Scallops, Including Queen Scallop in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian market for frozen scallops, including queen scallop expanded slightly to $X in 2021, picking up by 2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Production of Frozen Scallops, Including Queen Scallop in Ecuador

In value terms, frozen scallops, including queen scallop production rose modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Frozen Scallops, Including Queen Scallop

Exports from Ecuador

In 2021, overseas shipments of frozen scallops, including queen scallop decreased by -45.5% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after four years of growth. In general, exports, however, showed a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 350% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, frozen scallops, including queen scallop exports reduced notably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 309% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for frozen scallops, including queen scallop exports from Ecuador, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States stood at +122.8%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the key foreign market for frozen scallops, including queen scallop exports from Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States totaled +127.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for frozen scallops, including queen scallop amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 70%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for France amounted to +37.0% per year.

Imports of Frozen Scallops, Including Queen Scallop

Imports into Ecuador

In 2021, supplies from abroad of frozen scallops, including queen scallop decreased by -14.7% to X kg, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports showed a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 472% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, frozen scallops, including queen scallop imports expanded modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 517% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X kg) was the main supplier of frozen scallops, including queen scallop to Ecuador, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States amounted to -1.8%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen scallops, including queen scallop to Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for frozen scallops, including queen scallop stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed modest growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 83%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Chile amounted to +4.4% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen scallops, including queen scallop in the world?

Japan remains the largest frozen scallops, including queen scallop consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 44% of total volume. Moreover, frozen scallops, including queen scallop consumption in Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, threefold. Argentina ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen scallops, including queen scallop in the world?

The country with the largest volume of frozen scallops, including queen scallop production was Japan, accounting for 47% of total volume. Moreover, frozen scallops, including queen scallop production in Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Argentina, with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen scallops, including queen scallop to Ecuador?

In value terms, Chile constituted the largest supplier of frozen scallops, including queen scallop to Ecuador.

What are the leading importers of frozen scallops, including queen scallop from Ecuador?

In value terms, France $748) remains the key foreign market for frozen scallops, including queen scallop exports from Ecuador, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States $17), with a 2.2% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for frozen scallops, including queen scallop in Ecuador?

The average export price for frozen scallops, including queen scallop stood at $5,066 per ton in 2021, reducing by -33.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen scallops, including queen scallop in Ecuador?

The average import price for frozen scallops, including queen scallop stood at $39,599 per ton in 2021, which is down by -6.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for frozen scallops, including queen scallop in Ecuador. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ecuador
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Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024